To start my card, I cut several layers of cardstock:
Gray - 5 1/2" x 8 1/2" (scored at 4 1/4"), 3 1/4" x 4 1/2", 2 1/4" x 3 1/2"
White - 4" x 5 1/4", 3" x 4 1/4", 2" x 3 1/4"
Using repositionable tape, layer the white pieces of cardstock, centering each piece on top of the next larger one. This stack of cardstock will be placed in an embossing folder.
I ran the embossing folder though my Cuttlebug, being careful not to move the various pieces.
I then separated the panels and adhered them to the coordinating pieces of gray cardstock.
I didn't want to take away from the embossed/inked pattern on the panels, so I decided to add just a sentiment. I cut the sentiment "Happy Holidays" from one of the new Christmas CottageCutz dies, Happy Holidays Greeting.
I layered the panels together (lining up the embossed areas), glued the die cuts to the center of my card, and I was finished. You can see how the various snowflakes transverse the panels. One of them (the large one on the far right) actually is on all three panels.
I really like the result achieved on my card and will definitely use this technique again. The CottageCutz die used on this card is:
I love this take on embossing instead of stamping, Lois!!
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